Construction is not just about creating buildings; it’s about creating a community. A successful community will create connection between people. It should have a vibrant feeling to it, yet still feel like someone’s home. Below are a few tips that will help create a great community that will allow the residence to feel connected […]

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Technology has drastically changed the way many industries do their businesses from keeping records, communicating within the company, and interacting with all outside contacts from vendors to customers. Using technology correctly can dramatically reduce prices while also increasing efficiency. Construction has followed the technology trend by implementing it in the following processes. Every construction company […]

When creating building, there are many ways to make it more sustainable. This includes energy efficient lights, energy efficient HVAC and better insulation. The faucets and toilets could minimize [...]

When creating building, there are many ways to make it more sustainable. This includes energy efficient lights, energy efficient HVAC and better insulation. The faucets and toilets could minimize water waste and recycling containers can be placed around the hallways. The building could also include solar panels or other sustainable energy resources. All of these […]

There are many aspects to a construction project that can get off track from budgeting, scheduling and other miscellaneous problems. All parts of the project must be closely monitored in order for it to go as originally planned as best as possible. Although problems almost always arise during a project, they can be mitigated by […]

Lean Construction is becoming the new method that many contractors are using. Lean construction maximizes value and minimizes waste. It is centered around efficiencies and can be a great skill to [...]

Lean Construction is becoming the new method that many contractors are using. Lean construction maximizes value and minimizes waste. It is centered around efficiencies and can be a great skill to know as a contractor. Minimize Waste There are many types of waste during a construction project beyond excess material. This includes defects, overproduction, wasted […]

In order for subcontractors to be successful in their industries, they must be talented at their prospective skills. However, they cannot be successful at performing these skills if they do not first win a bid and be chosen to work on a project for a general contractor. Subcontractors will not be able to achieve great […]

Insurance is one of the larger indirect costs on a construction project. Typically, a general contractor’s insurance is based upon the contract with the client as well as other minimum standards the general contractor may have for themselves. Often, contracts with clients will not only include the minimum insurance required of the general contractor, but […]

Many industries have started to focus on environmental sustainability in their products and services. Yearly sustainability reports are becoming more common and companies are now starting to differentiate themselves by becoming more sustainable than their competitors. Customers are also more commonly seeing green initiatives on products they buy and websites they visit. Construction has an […]

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There are many employees that must work together in order to complete a construction project from all personnel in the office to everyone in the field. Communication and collaboration are key in order to keep on schedule and within budget. However, many companies may neglect to consistently ensure all departments are working with one another […]

The Southeast Connector is a five and a half mile road with seven bridges, two signalized intersections, and a multi-use path connecting Sparks to South Reno. The new road will ease traffic on busy sections of the US 395/I-580 freeway and Southeast McCarran. This long-awaited new major artery will benefit the Reno economy and shape […]